For ten years, Lispring has been focusing on the R&D and production of wave springs and spiral retaining rings in the past, present and future, aiming to provide reliable and satisfactory products to global high-tech customers. We welcome your inquiries at any time.
Here’s an overview of Wave Spring styles categorized by type, including Single-Turn, Multi-Turn, Round-Wire, Nested, and Linear:
1. Single-Turn Wave Springs
Description: A single loop of flat wire formed into a wave pattern.
Features:
Compact design for axial space savings.
Ideal for light to moderate loads.
Commonly used in bearing preloads, connectors, and valves.
2. Multi-Turn Wave Springs (Crest-to-Crest)
Description: Multiple turns of wave-shaped flat wire, stacked together in a continuous spiral.
Features:
Higher load capacity than single-turn.
Maintains consistent force over a wider deflection range.
Ideal for tight axial spaces where traditional coil springs don't fit.
Variants:
Plain Type: Has a small opening for flexibility in assembly.
Shim Type: Ends shim to ensure 360° contact and improved load distribution.
3. Round-Wire Wave Springs
Description: Manufactured from round wire instead of flat wire.
Features:
Cost-effective and simple to produce.
Used when high loads are not required.
Typically used in low-precision or disposable applications.
4. Nested Wave Springs
Description: Multiple wave springs wound together in parallel, nested within each other.
Features:
Delivers very high forces in a small axial space.
Increased stiffness without increasing spring diameter.
Suitable for heavy-duty applications like mechanical seals and clutches.
5. Linear Wave Springs
Description: A wave-form spring in a straight line rather than a spiral.
Features:
Provides uniform force distribution over a linear contact area.
Used for tensioning, guiding, and damping in long, narrow spaces.
Common in connectors, fuel cells, or between panels.
Let me know if you’d like a comparison chart or application examples for each style.
